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A republic is a government in which:
Power rests with citizens who elect leaders
The first U.S. constitution was called the:
Articles of Confederation
A confederation is defined as:
An alliance of independent states with limited central authority
The Three-Fifths Compromise resolved conflict about:
Counting enslaved people for representation and taxation
What’s De Haan's favorite hobby outside of school?
A. D&D
B. Gaming
C. Reading
D. Watching TV
E. Magic the Gathering
F. Scrolling through TikTok
E. Magic the Gathering
The principle of republicanism emphasizes:
Government based on the consent of the governed
The Northwest Ordinance of 1787 established a process for:
Admitting new states to the Union
Roger Sherman proposed the:
Great Compromise
The legislative branch is responsible for:
Making laws
What was Mr. De Haan's favorite video game on his Game Boy Advance?
A. Lego Star Wars
B. Backyard Football
C. Backyard Baseball
D. Star Wars: The Attack of the Clones
E. Pokemon Emerald
F. Mario Kart
B. Backyard Football
Who led the Federalists during the ratification debates?
Alexander Hamilton
Why did many Americans demand a Bill of Rights?
To guarantee protection of personal freedoms
The Democratic-Republicans favored:
State and local governments
An excise tax is:
A tax on the production, sale, and distribution of domestic products
On a cold evening, what does Mr. De Haan like to drink?
A. Tea
B. Diet Coke
C. Fresca
D. Coffee
E. Ultra Sunrise
F. Hot Chocolate
A. Tea
Washington’s policy of neutrality meant:
The U.S. would avoid taking sides in foreign conflicts
Edmond Genet caused controversy by:
Recruiting Americans to fight for France without Washington’s approval
Nullification is the idea that:
States can reject unconstitutional federal laws
The case of Marbury v. Madison established the principle of:
Judicial Review
What was Mr. De Haan's hardest subject in school?
A. Social Studies
B. P.E.
C. Science
D. Language Arts
E. Math
F. Trick Question - Mr. De Haan didn't struggle with anything!
E. Math
The Alien and Sedition Acts were criticized for:
Violating free speech and press rights
Aaron Burr tied with Thomas Jefferson in the election of 1800, but Jefferson won because:
Alexander Hamilton influenced Federalists to support Jefferson
Analyze how foreign and domestic challenges during Washington’s and Jefferson’s presidencies shaped the early U.S. government. Include examples such as the Whiskey Rebellion, neutrality, and the Louisiana Purchase.
Answers will vary - use best judgement
Compare and contrast the views of Federalists and Antifederalists during the ratification debates. What were their main concerns, and how were they resolved?
Answers will vary - use best judgement
What was Mr. De Haan's favorite class he took for his MA in History?
A. Modern Africa
B. US - Latin America Relations
C. Wars of Religion
D. Historical Methods
E. Slavery & Religion in America
F. Native American History
F. Native American History